What makes a Jaguar better than a Puma?

Basscatman wrote:A boat model is only better if it more closely fits your fishing style and personal preferences.Gotta agree with that answer! For my needs the Pantera II seems to be the perfect boat. I have not found one thing that I dont love about it. If my needs or wants change in the next year or so who knows which Bass Cat I might be fishing out of next!Dan

opaleski wrote:Just wondering? I own a Puma and I have always wanted to see a Jaguar. Are they a lot slower out of the hole than a Puma? Are they that much larger?? Never actually got to ride in a Jaguar yet but yes they ARE that much larger!! LOL. Without a doubt, the top of the line.

Bigmike wrote:opaleski wrote:Just wondering? I own a Puma and I have always wanted to see a Jaguar. Are they a lot slower out of the hole than a Puma? Are they that much larger?? Never actually got to ride in a Jaguar yet but yes they ARE that much larger!! LOL. Without a doubt, the top of the line. Big mike, that picture is definitely worth a thousand words!!Dan

Andy, You obviously know Ive spent some time in a Puma FTD, and I had the privilege to drive several Jaguars at the Dealers meetings. Clearly, the Jag is a much larger boat. Dramatically more storage, including trolling motor box, and passenger rod box. The Jag eats rough water, almost on a par with the big Yar Craft, based on my butt. The Jag really needs a 350 ver ado to maximize the hulls potential. Ive seen 83 in that combo, with dry wells and no tackle. Fly by wire steering taks some learning. With the right prop, a 250 would work, but you are now in a sub 70 mph rig. And, it is a load to pull around. Hanging in a lift, ready whenever I wanted it, would be a dream. For me, a Jag/Verado 350 would be the ultimate Pickwick, KY lake rig. If I cant go in that rig, Inneed to stay in the house. But, as long as I fish competively, Ill run a PUma FTD. You know how to find me if you have questions. Mike W.